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Fed. Govt., International Agencies Launch State Action Plan For Durable Solutions On Internal Displacement
Fed. Govt., International Agencies Launch State Action Plan For Durable Solutions On Internal Displacement
By: Mamman Mohammed
The federal government, in collaboration with international agencies, development partners, and three Nigerian states of Yobe, Borno and Adamawa, have advocated for a joint partnership in managing internal displacement in Nigeria.
The partners made the call today in Abuja, at the launching of the State Action Plan on Durable Solution to Internal Displacement for implementation in the three states of Yobe, Borno, and Adamawa.
Nigeria’s vice president, Kashim Shettima, assured the support of the federal government to make the action plan successful and beneficial to the displaced communities in the participating states.
He lauded the United Nations and its agencies and the international community for their commitment to address one of Nigeria’s most challenging problems.
Mr. Robert Piper, the Special Adviser to the United Nations Secretary-General on Durable Solutions, emphasised the importance of the action plan, urging the international community to rally behind Nigeria and its states to ensure successful implementation of the ambitious plan.
“This action plan represents a significant step towards providing long-term solutions to the challenges of displacement. It requires a collective effort and sustained support from all quarters,” he said.
The British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Mr. Richard Montgomery, speaking on behalf of the Northeast Ambassadors Group, reiterated the UK’s commitment to assisting Nigeria in addressing the complex issues of prolonged displacement.
He assured continued support from his country and encouraged other international partners to contribute actively.
The Yobe state governor, His Excellency, Hon. Mai Mala Buni underscored the urgency of the collaboration to support the resettlement, reconstruction, and recovery agenda of the state government.
He appealed to both local and international donors to support Yobe government’s efforts in implementing the action plan to address the critical gaps and fast-track development in the state.
“We are determined to tackle the challenges of protracted displacement with a vision for sustainable recovery and development. We should work together to create lasting solutions that would not only address the immediate but also support long-term socio-economic growth,” Governor Buni stated.
In attendance were the governors of Borno and Benue States, representative of Adamawa State Governor, UN officials, UNDP Resident Representative in Nigeria, the World Bank, UNHCR, IOM, UN Women, World Food Program, UNICEF, among others.
The State Action Plan on Durable Solutions is designed to address immediate humanitarian needs while focusing on medium, and long-term socio-economic recovery and development of displaced communities.
Fed. Govt., International Agencies Launch State Action Plan For Durable Solutions On Internal Displacement
Security forces neutralise two notorious bandits in Benue clearance operation
By: Zagazola Makama
Security forced have neutralised two suspected notorious bandits during a clearance operation in Ukum Local Government Area of the state.
Sources told Zagazola that the operation followed credible intelligence received on Tuesday at about 1:00 p.m.
The report indicated that a criminal gang led by one Senen Hemen, also known as Orpa, was sighted along the pipeline axis between Gbeji and Igbongom communities in Ukum.
According to the sources, security forces were promptly mobilised to the location, where the gang engaged the operatives in a gun duel.
During the exchange, Hemen and another gang member identified as Mzungweve Ichur, both from Igbongom, were shot dead, while others fled the scene with gunshot injuries.
The sources confirmed that the corpses of the two suspects had been recovered and deposited at a private mortuary in Gbeji, while a manhunt had been launched in the surrounding bushes to track the fleeing accomplices.
The sources assured residents that the operation was part of ongoing efforts to rid Ukum and adjoining areas of violent criminal gangs.
Security forces neutralise two notorious bandits in Benue clearance operation
Gunmen abduct worshipper in Oyo community
By: Zagazola Makama
Gunmen have abducted a worshipper from a mosque in Gbonkan Village, Ipapo, Itesiwaju Local Government Area.
Sources said that the victim, identified as Amadu Usman, was kidnapped on Monday night while praying at the mosque alongside his elder brother, Adamu Usman.
The sources said seven armed men invaded the mosque at about 9 p.m. and whisked the victim away to an unknown destination.
The sources said that a joint team of security forces, Amotekun Corps, vigilantes and local hunters had since launched a search-and-rescue operation, combing surrounding bushes to track down the suspects and rescue the victim.
Gunmen abduct worshipper in Oyo community
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Malumfashi, Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA, in collaboration with the Police, Community Watch Corps and local vigilantes, have repelled a bandit attack in Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State.
Sources said that the incident happened on Tuesday evening when armed bandits launched an attack on a hunters’ camp in Naalma village.
According to the sources, the troops and other security operatives responded swiftly to a distress call and engaged the bandits in a fierce gun battle, forcing them to withdraw.
“During the operation, Usman Lawal, 35, the Commander of the Hunters’ group, sustained fatal injuries. One of the bandits was neutralised while the rifle earlier seized from the hunters’ commander was recovered.
“Other fleeing bandits are suspected to have escaped with gunshot wounds. Troops are currently conducting cordon-and-search operations within the area,”said the sources.
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Malumfashi, Katsina
Security forces neutralise two notorious bandits in Benue clearance operation
Gunmen abduct worshipper in Oyo community
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Malumfashi, Katsina
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